Project Engineer Jobs

Purpose:

The purpose of the Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) as well as leading Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP); setting project goals, monitoring objectives and ensuring that timelines are met and roadblocks are eliminated.

Job Summary:

As the Project Engineer, you will be expected to liaise with customers and provide support on various project management issues. Completion of requisitions for capital, tooling and any other required materials for assigned projects. You will work closely with suppliers in order to meet project goals and deadlines, following up on all aspects of a given project from start to finish.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage information both externally (customer) and internally (Axiom Plastics) as required by each project
• Monitor and manages all key dates and timing charts as required
• Plan & drive strategic priorities
• Key point of contact to the client's program leader/technical counterpart
• Identify roadblocks and recommend appropriate resolutions
• Assist with CI (Continuous Improvement) Initiatives for current systems and processes
• Assist in coordination of major program functions as outlined in Axiom Plastics APQP process – 5 phase - (program plan / prototype-part development / process development / product and process validation / feedback assessment and corrective actions)
• Ensure the strategy (customer requirements /timeline / milestones) is well communicated with stakeholders for alignment and meeting objectives
• Ensure to keep management updated on program status and communicate escalations as required
• Ensure compliance of IATF systems and procedures
• Assist in ensuring successful program launch – on time & on budget
• Assist in facilitation of program/project status meetings with project teams & account steering teams
• Additional Duties as assigned
• Responsible for timely communication of information and customer interaction

Qualifications:

• Ability to keep customers and program on track with effective conflict resolution
• Experience with PPAP documentation and FMEA analysis is an asset
• Proactive view to identifying & driving financial benefits for our clients
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task as required
• Proven successful launches of previous programs (on time & on budget)
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in related field
• Impeccable oral and written communication & presentation skills, with the ability to interface with senior management
• Customer advocate- able to effectively communicate client needs to the organization
• Develop long-term strategies for key accounts that align with corporate mandate
• Experience in the Automotive Industry is an asset
• Self-motivated individual with a strong attention to detail
• Strong relationship-building skills (internal & external stakeholders)
• Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in program/project management (within the automotive industry)
• Ability to think and execute strategically and is results-oriented
• Proficient with MS Project

Quality Systems Requirements:

• Process Maps
• Health & Safety Policy / Disciplinary Policy / Violence & Harassment Policy
• APQP standards and procedures
• PPAP standard
• Quality Policy
• Quality Procedures and Work Instructions

Reporting to: Business Unit Manager